How To Draft A Peplum

Step 5

Now you need to determine what length you want your peplum to be. We choose to make ours 10". From the curved line you just drew, measure along the side seam and center front/ center back line the length of your peplum (10"). Pivot your ruler along the new curved line and continue to make marks 10" away. Connect these marks with a French curve to create a smooth line. This line is the hemline of your peplum.

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